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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
More than 41,000 candidates vying for over 18,000 local positions will officially start campaigning on Friday, March 28.
The 45-day local campaign period for the 2025 midterm elections is taking place against the backdrop of a political war between the Marcoses and the Dutertes.
With former president Rodrigo Duterte detained at the International Criminal Court in The Hague and his daughter, Vice President Sara Duterte, facing an impeachment trial under the presidency of Ferdinand Marcos Jr., theirs is a feud with wide-ranging implications for local races and beyond.
Bookmark and refresh this page for news, photos, videos, and analyses on the launch of local campaigns across the Philippines.
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WATCH: Mother-son tandem of Vilma Santos, Luis Manzano kicks off campaign in Batangas
In Leni Robredo’s proclamation rally, it’s dancing over political speeches
Naga City mayoral bet Leni Robredo pays tribute to the volunteers who helped organize her proclamation rally, and urges voters to choose Kiko Pangilinan, Bam Aquino, and Mamamayang Liberal.
Ask Your Comelec: Can jailed Duterte run and serve as Davao mayor?
For political observers, March 28 in the Philippines was about two things: one, the start of the campaign period for local positions — undoubtedly the more intense of electoral races; two, former president Rodrigo Duterte, who marked his birthday with supporters holding rallies in key areas.
What many may have forgotten is that Duterte, while detained in The Hague for alleged crimes against humanity, remains a candidate for mayor of Davao City — a post he had held for a long time before he became president.
Can Davaoeños still vote for him to become their next mayor? If and when he wins, will he be allowed to dispense duties from his jail in The Netherlands? Comelec Chairman George Garcia answers these and other questions on Rappler’s Ask Your Comelec.
Nobleza’s slate launches challenge to Arcangels for Jovellar, Albay
After nearly 25 years, the Arcangel clan faces a strong challenge for the mayoral seat in Jovellar, Albay. Former vice mayor Joey Nobleza, running under Joey Salceda’s Global Albay team, leads the opposition.
Nobleza’s team launched their campaign rally on Friday, March 28.
Catanduanes vice governor launches gubernatorial run
Catanduanes Vice Governor Peter “Boss Te” Cua launched his gubernatorial campaign on Friday, March 28, with a proclamation rally attended by mayoral candidates from across the province.
He was accompanied by his running mate Robert “Obet” Fernandez and all the provincial board members candidates from their slate.
Top 2025 races to follow in Mimaropa – Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, Palawan
In the Mimaropa provinces, environment and power supply issues often take center stage during election season, and become a crucial talking point among candidates.
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[IN PHOTOS] 2025 local campaign: And they’re off
Here are some images of the first day of the local campaign period where candidates mostly stick to the old style of campaigning.
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Leni Robredo’s slate pushes through kickoff despite rain
Despite heavy rain, Leni Robredo's slate, An Bagong Team Naga, pushed through its kickoff smoothly, highlighting its platforms through a pre-recorded video.
Robredo humorously said, "Ngunyan lang kamo nakahiling rally na mayong political speech? (Have you ever seen a rally… pic.twitter.com/UcCjvUQ8x6
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